Josh Huff in the 2014 NFL Draft: What the experts are saying (links)

Josh Huff, former Oregon Ducks wide receiver has been praised for his blocking abilities and his explosive burst in the days leading up to the 2014 NFL Draft. The 5-foot-11, 206 pound receiver could benefit from getting stronger and increasing his lower body strength. NFL scouts are impressed by his strong hands and his ability to return kicks.

Huff played all four years for the Ducks and had a breakout season his junior year with 32 catches for 493 yards and seven touchdowns. However he doubled his production as one of Marcus Mariota's favorite targets during his senior year with 1,140 receiving yards on 62 catches and 12 touchdowns.

Here's a look at what's being said about former Oregon Ducks wide receiver Josh Huff and his prospects leading up to the 2014 NFL draft:

A three-star running back recruit out of high school, Huff didn't
receive a scholarship offer from many schools in his home state of
Texas, but he jumped at the chance to join Oregon's offensive attack.

He
saw immediate action as a true freshman and improved his numbers each
season, (including starts) setting career-bests as a senior with a
team-best 62 catches for 1,140 yards and 12 touchdowns.

Huff
has only average height, but is very well put together for his size
with the natural athleticism you want at the position, showing explosive
cuts and fluid body control to be a dangerous threat after the catch.
He catches the ball with his hands, but his ball skills are very average
and his streaky focus is the main concern - an early day three draft
pick who will prove a steal if he can eliminate the drops.

Smooth, competitive, versatile receiver with an impressive skill set
which translates well to the evolution of NFL offenses. Can work at
flanker or slot and has potential to become a No. 2 or No. 3 receiver in
a system incorporating spread concepts. Is the type of player you root
for, having persevered through an adverse upbringing and lingering
baggage, which forced him to mature the hard way. Would be best served
landing in a close-knit locker room with a nurturing position coach.

Josh
Huff was arguably the most overlooked prospect on Oregon’s offense
this year. With Marcus Mariota running the show at quarterback and
D’Anthony Thomas stealing the highlights, Huff simply flew under the
radar.

Huff is the typical Oregon athlete: speed, speed, and more speed.
The difference between Huff and Oregon’s other skill players is his
physicality. Huff is only 5’11” 205, but he is a very physical blocker
on the edges and will clear any defensive back out of a running lane.
In addition, he has tremendous hands and catches anything thrown within
range.

Although Huff plays a lot bigger than his size, he is still lacking
in the strength department which is why he doesn't break too many
tackles. There were a lot of doubts about Huff's route running, but I
think he answered those with an stellar week at the Senior Bowl

Considering how well he performed in Mobile, it wouldn't be a shock
to see a team snatch him up in round two, but the third round is most
likely.